Senior Procurement Agent

Senior Procurement AgentApply NowHow to ApplyA cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume.

The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job SummaryThe University of Michigan Procurement Services is seeking a dynamic Senior Procurement Agent to join our Technology category team, which strives to implement next-in-class supplier relationships, and agreements that provide tangible benefits and value to the university community.

The scope of this category is significant, with a large university-wide impact due to the amount of spend, number of departments involved, and criticality to operations.

The chosen candidate must be experienced working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple complex projects concurrently.

Procurement Services seeks to deliver services that power change through expertise, innovation, and relationships, so the university can focus on what it does best : making the world a better place.

Moving past best to become what's next.Responsibilities*Manage the Request for Quotations / Proposal / Information (RFQ / P / I) process, guiding clients in developing bid specifications.

Assist in the evaluation of supplier quotations / proposals and facilitate supplier selection.Negotiate contracts for goods and services, leading complex initiatives related to procurement.

Promote strategic activities within the technology commodity space; focusing on supplier management.Evaluate and process contract requests, examining the request for clarity, appropriateness of purchase, bid specifications, and compliance with university policies and procedures.

Communicate contractual requirements and procurement policies to university faculty, staff, and external suppliers.Advise and direct clients as appropriate to the use of University Wide supplier contracts.

Collaborate with procurement leadership to develop and implement initiatives that enhance procurement processes, improve contract compliance, and streamline purchase and invoice transactions.

Analyze commodity spend to identify industry trends and procurement opportunities.Promote and participate in diversity supplier development initiatives related to the technology commodity and socially responsible purchasing initiatives.

Mentor junior procurement staff and assist higher-level purchasing staff with projects.Required Qualifications*Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

5-7 years of progressive procurement experience, with a focus on developing RFP / RFQ / RFI specifications, leading sourcing projects, contract negotiation, and supplier management.

Strong contracting and negotiation skills, complemented by analytical and organizational abilities.Effective verbal and written communicator with the ability to engage diplomatically with all levels of staff and stakeholders.

Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks across departments under changing deadlines.Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environmentCollaborative team player with a commitment to excellent customer service.

Desired Qualifications*Experience in procurement of hardware and software, SaaS, or related technologyExperience in public procurementExperience in drafting, negotiation, and management of contract scope and service level agreementsUnderstanding and experience in negotiating legal terms of a broad range of standard commercial contractsModes of WorkPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile / remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department.

Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

Learn more about thework modes () .Additional InformationProcurement Services seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning.

Application DeadlineJob openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting.

This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.U-M EEO / AA StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

Job DetailJob Opening ID255991Working TitleSenior Procurement AgentJob TitleProcurement Agent SeniorWork LocationAnn Arbor CampusAnn Arbor, MIModes of WorkMobile / RemoteFull / Part TimeFull-TimeRegular / TemporaryRegularFLSA StatusExemptOrganizational GroupProcurement ServicesDepartmentProcurement ServicesPosting Begin / End Date10 / 22 / 2024 - 11 / 05 / 2024Salary$73,000.

00 - $82,000.00Career InterestPurchasingApply Now